Nigeria’s ‘girl empowerment’ initiative

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Schoolgirls in northern Nigeria are learning to support themselves.

The rise of African contemporary art

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African artists are enjoying an increasingly high profile at global exhibitions.

Short showers for India’s cricket team in SA

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Touring test side faces inconvenience in a city getting to grips with water shortages.

Is this Senegal’s biggest Olympique de Marseille fan?

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Alioune Diop is based in Senegal but his favourite football team is French club Olympique de Marseille.

George Weah invites Arsene Wenger to inauguration as president of Liberia

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George Weah invites Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger to his inauguration as the new president of Liberia.

South African dies in Egypt balloon crash

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One tourist dies and 15 others are injured as the hot air balloon crashes near Luxor.

Nigerian Oshoala’s triple triumph and more success for Egypt

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Nigeria's Asisat Oshoala wins the Women's Player award again as Egypt's Pharaohs are named National team of the Year and Hector Cuper takes Coach of the Year.

The drug-carrying drones that reach far-flung places

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How drug-carrying drones could help save lives in far-flung places.

In the crosshairs

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Who is behind the massive increase in the illicit trade of rhino horn?

Africa’s week in pictures

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A selection of the best photos from across and about Africa this week.